Media Studies A-Level
Fan participation
What Fan participation means in Media Studies A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Fan participation
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Read the wording for your board, then hide it and explain Fan participation in your own words. Rough notes are fine. This is a self-check, with no mark or grade.
Reference: AQA
When fans comment on posts, vote in polls, submit questions, share and remix content, or participate in live streams and forums.
Topics that use Fan participation
- Fandom (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Fandom participation
- Interactivity
- Prosumer
- Digital platform affordances
- Managed versus genuine interactivity
- Passive mass audience
Using Fan participation in the exam
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